A second wave of COVID-19 infections could spread this winter – and Northern Ireland needs to start its preparations now. This is according to a report from the Academy of Medical Sciences. It suggests a second wave of virus infections would be a ‘serious risk to health’ in the UK, including Northern Ireland. Factors such as the … Continued
Orthodontist Stephen Murray takes a philosophical look at his career and explains how digital technology has changed the way he works Tell us a bit about your background? The first half of my career was as a salaried dentist, largely orientated to oral and maxillofacial surgery when I was at a junior level, but I … Continued
An £80,000 grant will support the fit testing of respirator masks in Northern Ireland, is has emerged today. The Health and Social Care Board secured the five-figure sum to help fit test FFP2 and FFP3 masks for dental professionals. This comes as part of their plan to remobilise general dental services (GDS). Letters will be … Continued
The chief dental officer for Northern Ireland has confirmed urgent dental care centres (UDCs) will continue operating seven days a week. This follows communications sent on 7th July where the CDO, Michael Donaldson, set out the board’s intention to reduce service provision at all UDCs. However, in a new letter to the profession, he confirmed UDCs will operate … Continued
Gemma Forsythe is a dental nurse in Northern Ireland. She discusses the importance of adaptability and why dental nurses are crucial to the changing landscape of dentistry. Lockdown This is going to sound a bit strange but…I enjoyed lockdown! I know that most people hated it and found it quite difficult but I saw it … Continued
The acting CDO for Northern Ireland has responded to a number of key dental issues voiced by the profession. Yesterday, CDO Michael Donaldson appeared before the Assembly Health Committee alongside Paul Montgomery, acting director of general health policy. The pair responded to a number of problems from committee members, many of which were highlighted by the British Dental … Continued
Linzy Baker discusses the ins and outs of level 7 facial aesthetics – and why it’s worth the investment. Throughout university, facial aesthetics was always a skill I aimed to obtain on completion of my training as a dental therapist. I have always had an interest in aesthetics – both facial and dental – and could stare at … Continued
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